Oregon State

Wasco County, OR

The Dalles, OR

Columbus, OH

CBS News

Firefighters in the West are scrambling as wildfires threaten communities in Oregon, California and Washington, with Oregon's Durkee fire so large that it is creating its own weather. Twenty-four major fires were burning across Oregon under record-breaking dry conditions as the state entered its 76th day without rain Wednesday morning.    Amid the early and intense start to the fire season in the West, U.S. Forest Service spokesperson Holly Krake warned of "another monster of a fire year" in the Pacific Northwest."The forest and grasslands behind me are tinder dry, and when you add 2,000 lightning strikes in...

Oregon fire grows large enough to create its own weather as blazes scorch West

Las Vegas, NV

The state Gaming Control Board complaint says Resorts World harbors "a culture where information of suspicious or illegal activity, at a minimum, is negligently disregarded, or at worst, willfully ignored." (Resorts World Las Vegas public relations photo) A complaint filed by the Nevada Gaming Control Board alleges Resorts World Las...

Resorts World LV allowed known illegal bookies, felons to gamble, says GCB complaint

Alright, Beaver State adventurers and Pacific Northwest enthusiasts, it’s time to dive into the unique and quirky slang that makes Oregon so wonderfully eccentric! Grab your locally roasted coffee and a Voodoo Doughnut, because we’re about to explore 15 terms that only true Oregonians will understand. Let’s put on our rain jackets and get started!

15 Slang Words Only People from Oregon Know

Oregon Capital Chronicle

Hundreds of thousands of acres are ablaze, dozens of buildings destroyed and thousands of Oregonians face evacuation orders as firefighters battle several dozen large wildfires across Oregon, including the largest fire in the nation. Much of the fire activity is in eastern Oregon, where the Durkee Fire was ignited last week by lightning and has […]

Firefighters in Oregon battle biggest blaze in country, with thousands facing evacuation orders

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Florida State

Akeena

Who would have thought that a chain known for its endless shrimp promotion could find itself in such a pickle? But here we are—Florida-based Red Lobster, which has been reeling from financial troubles, may have finally found a lifeline. After a surprising $11 million loss in the third quarter of 2023 due to that very shrimp deal, Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy in May 2024. And now, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon.

A Florida based chain that filed for bankruptcy has reportedly found a potential buyer

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Utah State

The sugar beet used to be a legend in Utah. In fact, it has the honor of being Utah's official Historic State Vegetable. What happened to this promising crop and blossoming industry in Utah?. I remember my dad telling me stories of working on the sugar beet farms in northern...

What Happened To The Booming Utah Sugar Beet Business?

New Jersey State

NJ Transit customers will get a week of free rides to compensate for a summer of service disruptions. The fare holiday will cost $19 million. (Dana DiFilippo | New Jersey Monitor) NJ Transit riders will get free rides for a week as an apology and token of appreciation for a...

NJ Transit will be free for a week as apology for ‘ugly summer,’ governor says

Alabama State

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Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Kansas State

Students, parents and educators are all still grappling with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, writes our columnist. (Eric Thomas for Kansas Reflector) Four years ago, I sat with my hands resting on this same keyboard. I was frozen and baffled. On the bulletin board above my desk, I was...

What the pandemic taught Kansas teachers, four years after the most bizarre academic year ever

What hasn’t already been said about the gorgeous state of Oregon? It has everything from its unspoiled landscapes to deep cultures, vibrant art, and delicious foods. One thing that should be on your bucket list is the stunning lakes that Oregon has. The deep blue waters, greenery around the...

12 of the Most Stunning Lakes in Oregon That Every Traveler Needs to Visit

LA GRANDE — The Eastern Oregon Counties Association (EOCA) has voiced strong opposition to Senator Ron Wyden’s reintroduction of the River Democracy Act (S.192), which seeks to designate 4,700 miles of Oregon waterways as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. In a letter sent to Senator Wyden on July 31, the EOCA outlined its concerns regarding the potential impacts of the legislation on local communities and land management practices.

Eastern Oregon Counties Association opposes Sen. Wyden over River Democracy Act

Colorado State

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The Denver City Council postponed Monday until Aug. 19 spending $25.5 million on lawn equipment for maintaining city parks and golf courses. Council member Sarah Parady made the motion to postpone until Aug. 19 voting on two contracts. The first is for $17 million with Pattlen Enterprises. Another is for $6.5 million with Potestio Brothers Equipment. A third contract is for $2 million with Colorado Golf and Turf Inc.

Denver postpones buying $25.5 million in gas-powered lawn equipment

Richmond, VA

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announces an initiative to support formerly incarcerated people as they re-enter society in Richmond on Aug. 15, 2024. Charlotte Rene Woods / Virginia Mercury. Gov. Glenn Youngkin formally announced a cross-agency strategy to support formerly incarcerated people after their release. Executive Order 36 directs several state departments...

Youngkin announces efforts to support formerly incarcerated people

Minnesota State

Monticello, MN

MONTICELLO — Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Friday attended a celebration in Monticello to mark the start of construction on I-94 from Albertville to Monticello, and Gov. Tim Walz’s absence was palpable. “I want to be very clear — the governor is still the governor,” Flanagan said with...

‘Business as usual’: Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan steps into governor role while Walz away

North Dakota State

Minot, ND

North Dakota Rep. Randy Schobinger died Aug. 13, 2024, at age 54. (Photo provided by the North Dakota Legislative Assembly) It may have been unconventional to roll a beat-up pickup onto a political convention floor, but that was in character for Rep. Randy Schobinger. In 1996, that was a resounding success for the Minot lawmaker, according to his friend and former campaign staffer.

Minot lawmaker remembered as ‘even keeled,’ great friend across 18 years of public service

Nebraska State

LINCOLN — Like a phoenix from the ashes, term-limited Nebraska lawmakers made what could be their last ask Thursday to revive more substantial property tax relief plans before their time in the Legislature ends. State Sen. Justin Wayne of Omaha outlined three options for his colleagues to consider Thursday...

Term-limited Nebraska lawmakers mount what could be last push for more property tax relief

Dallesport, WA

Mosier, OR

Lyle, WA

Wishram, WA

Centerville, WA

Dufur, OR

Klickitat, WA

Hood River, OR

White Salmon, WA

Wahkiacus, WA

Appleton, WA

Underwood, WA

Wasco, OR

Rufus, OR

Goldendale, WA

Bingen, WA

Moro, OR

Tygh Valley, OR

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Columbia River Gorge planning a $50 million behavioral health campus

Wasco County is planning a $50 million behavioral health campus that will provide a range of mental health and addiction treatment services. (Getty Images) In the...

Columbia River Gorge planning a $50 million behavioral health campus

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